Alfalfa
Names:
Scientific & Latin: Medicago sativa
Nicknames:
Lucerne, Green Gold, Buffalo Herb
Intentions:
Prosperity, abundance, protection, anti-poverty, grounding
Properties:
Prosperity, financial stability, protection, healing, nurturing energy
Basic Overview:
Alfalfa is a highly nutritious plant known for its use in agriculture and herbal medicine. Magickally, it is regarded as a symbol of abundance and prosperity, often used in spells to attract wealth, financial stability, and protection against poverty. Its deep-rooted growth symbolizes grounding and resilience, making it a powerful herb for security and stability. Alfalfa has been used in folk medicine for centuries to promote good health and vitality. In magickal practices, it is often added to prosperity jars, sachets, or burned to secure wealth and prevent financial misfortune.
Folklore & Mythology:
In folklore, Alfalfa has been considered a “poverty banisher,” often kept in homes or barns to protect against financial hardships. Farmers regarded it as a sacred crop because of its ability to enrich soil and sustain livestock, symbolizing abundance and sustenance. In some traditions, it was believed that burning Alfalfa could drive away poverty and draw in wealth.
Magickal Preparation:
Alfalfa is typically used dried and can be added to spell jars, sachets, or sprinkled in wallets or cash registers to attract money. It is also burned as incense in prosperity rituals or scattered around the home for protective energy. Alfalfa tea or infusions can be used in cleansing or anointing rituals, though this is more symbolic than physical due to its magickal intent.
Magickal Practices:
☆ Prosperity Spells: Add Alfalfa to prosperity jars, sachets, or sprinkle it in areas where money is kept to attract wealth.
☆ Anti-Poverty Rituals: Burn Alfalfa to banish poverty and secure financial stability.
☆ Protection: Use Alfalfa in protective charms or sprinkle it around your home to guard against financial misfortune.
☆ Grounding and Stability: Incorporate Alfalfa into rituals to promote emotional or financial grounding and resilience.
☆ Abundance Work: Use Alfalfa in rituals to manifest abundance, not only in finances but also in health and relationships.
Planet:
Venus – Associated with abundance, prosperity, and nurturing energy.
Element:
Earth – Represents grounding, stability, and material wealth.
Zodiac Signs:
★ Taurus: For its association with abundance, stability, and connection to the Earth.
★ Virgo: For its nurturing, practical, and protective qualities.
Deities:
☆ Demeter (Greek): Goddess of agriculture, fertility, and abundance.
☆ Ceres (Roman): Goddess of grain, harvest, and prosperity.
☆ Gaia (Greek): Primordial Earth Goddess, symbolizing nourishment and stability.
Colors:
★ Green: Symbolizes prosperity, growth, and abundance.
★ Brown: Represents grounding and stability.
★ Gold: Enhances prosperity and wealth-focused spells.
Crystals:
☆ Green Aventurine: Attracts luck and financial abundance.
☆ Citrine: Promotes prosperity and success.
☆ Pyrite: Enhances wealth and protective energy.
Moon Phase Association:
Waxing Moon – Best for spells focused on growth, prosperity, and abundance.
Season:
Spring – Represents renewal, growth, and the planting of seeds for future prosperity.
Divination Interpretation:
In divination, Alfalfa represents financial stability, abundance, and the need to focus on practical matters. It may also suggest that you are entering a period of growth and prosperity or need to take steps to secure your resources.
Shadow Work Focus:
Alfalfa corresponds to the shadow archetype of scarcity mindset—it helps confront fears of lack or poverty and encourages a mindset of abundance and gratitude.
Substitute Botanicals:
★ Basil: For prosperity and abundance.
★ Mint: For financial growth and success.
★ Patchouli: For grounding and attracting wealth.
Appearance Description:
Alfalfa is a perennial herb with small, clover-like leaves and clusters of tiny purple or blue flowers. It grows in tall, bushy stalks and has an extensive root system that allows it to thrive in various conditions. The plant is vibrant green and has a soft, delicate texture when fresh.
Cautions & Considerations:
Alfalfa is generally safe to handle, but consuming excessive amounts of raw Alfalfa sprouts may cause adverse effects in some individuals due to naturally occurring compounds that can affect the immune system. Always source Alfalfa ethically, especially if using it for magickal purposes, to honor its connection to the Earth and abundance.
